Quick & Easy Spicy Chicken Curry – Bachelor Style

This is a simple, no-rules chicken curry recipe—everyone makes chicken in their own way, and this one was shared by my friends. It’s perfect for beginners or bachelors because it doesn’t require any strict measurements.

Ingredients

• Onions (chopped): 2
• Whole spices (cumin seeds, cloves, peppercorns, etc.): 1–2 tbsp (as preferred)
• Garlic cloves: 6–7
• Green chillies: 2–3
• Tomatoes: 2
• Chicken: 500–700 g
• Cumin powder: 1 tsp
• Coriander powder: 1 tsp
• Turmeric: ½ tsp
• Red chilli powder: to taste
• Garam masala: 1 tsp
• Chicken masala: 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Water: as needed
• Fresh coriander: a handful
• Green chillies (for garnish): 1–2
• Oil: 2–3 tbsp

Instructions

1. Prepare the Masala Paste
   Add the whole spices, garlic, green chillies, and tomatoes to a mixer jar. Grind into a smooth paste without adding any water.
2. Fry the Onions
   Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, add the chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
3. Cook the Chicken
   Add the chicken to the browned onions. Fry for 3–4 minutes until it changes color.
4. Add the Masala Paste
   Pour in the ground masala paste and let it cook for a few minutes on medium flame.
5. Mix the Spice Powders
   In a small bowl, combine cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric, red chilli powder, garam masala, and chicken masala. Add a little water to form a smooth mixture.
6. Add Spices to the Curry
   Pour this spice mixture into the pan. Mix well.
7. Cook on Low Flame
   Add salt to taste. Let the curry cook on a low flame until the chicken becomes tender and the oil separates.
8. Finish the Curry
   Add water to adjust the gravy consistency as you like. Cook for a few more minutes.
9. Garnish
   Top with fresh coriander and sliced green chillies.